Healthcare & Medical
Social Worker Salary in Australia
Social Workers support individuals, families and communities through crises and social challenges. Government and non-profit roles are most common on Seek. AASW membership is required for most senior positions.
AU Typical Range
$65k – $105k
AU Median
$82k
NZ Typical Range
NZD $60k – $95k
Salary by experience level
Graduate (Yr 1–2)
Social Worker
Senior Social Worker
Team Leader
Estimated take-home pay (AU median)
Based on $82k gross, ATO 2024–25 individual tax rates, 2% Medicare levy. No salary packaging, no HECS.
Annual
$63,243
Monthly
$5,270
Fortnightly
$2,432
Common employers on Seek
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What is the average Social Worker salary in Australia?
The average Social Worker salary in Australia is around $82k per year, with a typical Seek range of $65k – $105k. Pay varies by experience, location, and employer size.
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What does a Social Worker take home after tax in Australia?
At the median salary of $82k, take-home pay is approximately $63,243 per year ($5,270 per month) after income tax and the 2% Medicare levy, based on ATO 2024–25 rates. This estimate excludes salary packaging and HECS repayments.